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Cyber-bullying: An investigation of the psychological profile of university student participants.
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Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology . May2014, Vol. 35 Issue 3, p204-214. 11p. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- Abstract: The present study investigated the psychological profile of 430 Greek university students who reported cyber-bullying/victimization experiences. Participants completed a self-report questionnaire, measuring cyber-bullying, cyber-victimization, internet frequency and use, personality characteristics, and psychological symptoms. Results indicated that 58.4% of the sample had participated in a cyber-bullying incident assuming any role. Cyber bully/victims, the most common participant role, endorsed more psychological symptoms, more psychopathic traits, and were high sensation seekers, compared to the rest of the groups, whereas cyber-victims scored higher on empathy. Cyber-bullying was predicted by callous/unemotional and impulsive/irresponsible traits, depression, Internet use, as well as lack of social skills. The latter four variables also predicted cyber-victimization along with gender. Findings are discussed in terms of prevention and intervention strategies. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01933973
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 96341967
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.appdev.2014.04.001